How many accidents has the Cessna 182 had?

The NTSB has recorded 2779 events involving the Cessna 182: 529 fatal, 249 serious, 459 minor injuries, and 1535 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Cessna 182 a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Cessna 182 has 2779 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

Cessna 182 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 2779 events recorded from 1982 to 2026.

2779

All Events

1535

Incidents

459

Minor

249

Serious

529

Fatal (1000 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
Sep 05, 1999	NORTHWAY, AK	N3092Y	Incident	substantial	The improper maneuver to avoid obstructions by the pilot. Factors associated with this accident were the ruts in the approach end of the airstrip, an… The improper maneuver to avoid obstructions by the pilot. Factors associated with this accident were the ruts in the approach end of the airstrip, and tall brush alongside the airstrip.
Sep 04, 1999	SANDPOINT, ID	N71685	Incident	substantial	The pilot's improper flare. Factors include a runway that sloped uphill, and the pilot's failure to familiarize himself with the destination airstrip … The pilot's improper flare. Factors include a runway that sloped uphill, and the pilot's failure to familiarize himself with the destination airstrip prior to departure.
Aug 17, 1999	FAIRBANKS, AK	N25ZZ	Incident	substantial	A loss of engine power for an undetermined reason. A factor was unsuitable terrain for a forced landing.
Aug 11, 1999	TECUMSEH, MI	N6284A	Incident	substantial	fracture of the right main landing gear strut.
Jul 30, 1999	MIDDLETON, ID	N5510B	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from an object. Power lines were a factor.
Jul 24, 1999	FARGO, ND	N9799E	Incident	substantial	the pilot misjudged the landing flare which resulted in the airplane porpoising during the landing.
Jul 19, 1999	GREEN BAY, WI	N92215	Incident	substantial	The pilot's delayed flare and his improper recovery from a bounced landing.
Jul 06, 1999	CONNER, MT	N759MZ	Incident	substantial	The pilot's attempt to take off on an unsuitable runway surface due to standing water on the runway. Factors include standing water on the airstrip.
Jul 01, 1999	SALT LAKE CITY, UT	N6165B	Incident	substantial	A total loss of engine power (nonmechanical) for reasons undetermined. Factors were the existence of conditions conducive to carburetor icing, and un… A total loss of engine power (nonmechanical) for reasons undetermined. Factors were the existence of conditions conducive to carburetor icing, and unsuitable terrain on which to make a forced landing.
Jun 30, 1999	ROCK SPRINGS, NC	N4784N	Incident	substantial	This report was modified on 2/24/2016. Refer to the public docket for this accident for additional information. Inadequate preflight by the com… This report was modified on 2/24/2016. Refer to the public docket for this accident for additional information. Inadequate preflight by the commercial pilot/CFI receiving instruction resulting in an in-flight loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Jun 29, 1999	FOREST, VA	N5481B	Incident	substantial	The pilot's misjudgment of distance/speed, also causal was his failure to execute a go-around. Contributing factors were the night conditions and the… The pilot's misjudgment of distance/speed, also causal was his failure to execute a go-around. Contributing factors were the night conditions and the tailwind.
Jun 21, 1999	REDMOND, OR	N91816	Incident	substantial	The pilot's improper flare.
Jun 09, 1999	ZURICH, KS	N9169X	Incident	substantial	the pilot's inadequate preflight planning/preparation. A factor was fuel exhaustion.
Jun 06, 1999	ROLLING FORK, MS	N9267X	Incident	substantial	Improper torqueing of the connecting rod bolts which resulted in the bolts being loose and rubbing in the dowel area which resulted in fatigue emanati… Improper torqueing of the connecting rod bolts which resulted in the bolts being loose and rubbing in the dowel area which resulted in fatigue emanation and cracking and separation of the number 3 connecting rod after bolt failure.
Jun 06, 1999	SALT LAKE CITY, UT	N2276G	Incident	substantial	Failure of the nose landing gear scissors bolt for undetermined reasons.
May 22, 1999	KALISPELL, MT	N2656R	Incident	substantial	A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Rough terrain was a factor.
May 21, 1999	GRANITE, OR	N92887	Incident	substantial	Clearance was not maintained. A sign and the selection of unsuitable terrain for landing were factors.
May 16, 1999	BALTIMORE, MD	N2506Q	Incident	substantial	was the pilot's improper remedial action when he improperly used the elevator during the landing flare.
May 02, 1999	LORAINE, IL	N8563T	Incident	destroyed	A fuel system related fire in the engine compartment.
May 02, 1999	MURFREESBORO, TN	N6382B	Incident	substantial	The pilot's misjudgment of altitude and distance to the runway.
Mar 15, 1999	GALVESTON, TX	N7608S	Incident	substantial	The pilot's delayed landing flare of the aircraft. Factors were the excessive airspeed and the pilot's lack of experience in the make and model of air… The pilot's delayed landing flare of the aircraft. Factors were the excessive airspeed and the pilot's lack of experience in the make and model of aircraft.
Mar 11, 1999	HAILEY, ID	N1622E	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control after touchdown. Factors contributing to the accident were a snow bank along the runway edge and a c… The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control after touchdown. Factors contributing to the accident were a snow bank along the runway edge and a crosswind.
Mar 04, 1999	CONWAY, AR	N8645T	Incident	substantial	The total loss of engine power due to carburetor ice. Factors were the weather condition conducive to the formation of carburetor ice and the lack of… The total loss of engine power due to carburetor ice. Factors were the weather condition conducive to the formation of carburetor ice and the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
Feb 27, 1999	FRANKLIN, NC	N460JM	Incident	substantial	The failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane on final approach resulting in the in-flight collision with trees and the gro… The failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane on final approach resulting in the in-flight collision with trees and the ground.
Feb 21, 1999	EAST TROY, WI	N3177Y	Incident	substantial	the collapse of the right main landing gear from a preexisting fatigue crack.

Disclaimer: This data is sourced from the NTSB Aviation Accident Database. NTSB events reflect reported accidents and incidents and do not necessarily indicate a defect in the aircraft type. Many events involve pilot error, weather conditions, maintenance issues, or other factors unrelated to the aircraft design. This information is provided for research purposes only — consult official NTSB reports for complete details.

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